12-Hour French Valley Viewpoint Hike in Torres del Paine

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Sail across Lake Peohé by catamaran with views of Torres del Paine National Park
• 02 Hike part of the famous W Circuit to the Valle del Francés glacier viewpoint
• 03 Take in the dramatic landscapes and rock formations of the Paine Massif
• 04 Enjoy a medium/high-difficulty Patagonian trekking adventure from Puerto Natales

Embark on a breathtaking journey from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park, crossing the stunning Lake Peohé by catamaran. Hike part of the famous W Circuit to the Valle del Francés glacier viewpoint, taking in the dramatic landscapes of the Paine Massif and its diverse rock formations. This medium/high-difficulty adventure offers a full day of spectacular Patagonian scenery before returning to Puerto Natales in the evening.

Hike part of the famous W Circuit to the Valle del Francés glacier viewpoint, taking in the dramatic landscapes of the Paine Massif and its diverse rock formations.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Puerto Natales City, Torres del Paine National Park

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

French Valley Viewpoint Trek in Torres del Paine

• 07:00: Departure from Pto Natales to Torres del Paine National Park via Route I-290, a journey of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
• 08:00: Enter the national park through the Serrano Gate.
• 08:30: Arrive at the Pudeto port sector to board the catamaran operated by the Patagónico Ice company.
• 09:00: Take the 30-minute crossing of Lake Peohé to the Paine Grande Refuge and Camping sector.
• Upon arrival, the trek begins immediately toward the CONAF Italian Camp and later to the

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Tourist transport
• Local hiking guide
• Box lunch

What's Not Included

• Entrance tickets to Torres del Paine National Park
• Air transport
• Accommodation in Puerto Natales
• Clothing and equipment for the excursion
• Personal insurance for the excursion
• Patagónico Ice Catamaran round-trip navigation

What to bring

• Clothing, footwear, and outdoor equipment for the development of the activity.

Know before you go

• These programs are in official program status, dated 05/18/2024, with definitive prices from service providers for the 2024/2025 season.
• The programs are valid for seven months, from September 1, 2024, to April 30, 2025, during the high tourism season in Magallanes.
• I must clarify that this program is exclusively for medium- to high-level trekking activities, so it is not recommended for people with coronary problems, hypertension, or another associated disease.
• Specifically, I must clarify that we are not a travel agency; I am only a local guide who offers excursion services with transportation and basic food.
• Transfer times are relative and can change depending on the activity carried out each day, including weather conditions and wind alerts.
• These excursions must depart from Pto Natales. Any other departure point must be discussed in advance to determine additional costs (Villa Cerro Castillo, Valle del Serrano, within Torres del Paine National Park, etc.).
• It must be made clear that participating passengers must have the physical and medical condition required for the activity, and it is recommended that passengers have active international insurance.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

City of Puerto Natales, Republic of Chile, Province of Ultima Esperanza, Region of Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, at the hotel or hostel of your choice.

Tour start

Torres del Paine, Torres de Paine, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena, Chile

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.